Private sector intensifies renewable energy investments

• The trend of self-generating power is growing across Africa, especially among large energy consumers like mining companies. There's a significant shift in South Africa, DR Congo, Zambia, and even in countries without substantial mining activities like Kenya and Nigeria.

• While Zimbabwe has installed approximately 1,250 MW of renewable energy, the majority of this comes from hydropower. Solar energy accounts for only 70 MW, but its growth rate has been significantly faster, increasing sixfold compared to its capacity five years ago.

• Our take: Global market demand for sustainably produced products is growing, and those companies that adhere stand to benefit. Those using polluting fuels will have to pay more to access the market… Read more (2 min)

Renewables Staff Index grows by 5.7% in April

• At least five projects reached financial closure in the last month. Most of these companies, such as Scatec and Juwi, rolled out several advertisements to fill the open roles, though most are still open, and the hiring process is ongoing. We tracked over 189 roles across different companies.

• Scatec moved up in the ranking from third to second. The company hired five more staff in the last month.

• Our take: The sector is expected to keep hiring in the coming months as more funding is channelled for electrification efforts… Read more (2 min)

Here’s who is hiring in renewables

• Many of the roles are based in major cities. However, positions like Area Business Managers and Cluster Officers in smaller towns (e.g., Mbarara, Kiboga, Nanyuki, Eldoret) indicate growing rural market penetration.

• While geothermal takes off, solar is dominating hiring in Africa. This is evidenced by the prevalence of companies like Sun King, SunCulture, Scatec Solar, and Juwi leading the rapid expansion of the solar energy sector.

• Your next role could be among the 60+ open positions here